Insights
Authoritative analysis on data privacy compliance under DPDPA 2023. Eighteen essential topics covering consent management, breach response, cross border transfers, penalties, DPO requirements, and emerging regulatory developments.
Consent & RightsConsent Management Under DPDPA
Building Compliant Consent Architecture for Digital Platforms
"Consent shall be free, specific, informed, unconditional and unambiguous with a clear affirmative action."
— DPDPA Section 6
Breach ResponseData Breach Notification Under DPDPA
Navigating the 72-Hour Reporting Window and CERT-In Harmonisation
"Any service provider shall mandatorily report cyber incidents to CERT-In within 6 hours."
— CERT-In Directions 2022
ComplianceSignificant Data Fiduciary Obligations
Enhanced Compliance Requirements for High-Volume Data Processors
"The Central Government may notify any Data Fiduciary as a Significant Data Fiduciary based on volume and sensitivity of personal data processed."
— DPDPA Section 10(1)
InternationalCross-Border Data Transfers Under DPDPA
Navigating the Negative List Framework and Sectoral Localisation
"The Central Government may restrict transfer of personal data to such country or territory outside India as may be notified."
— DPDPA Section 17
Children's DataProcessing Children's Data Under DPDPA
Verifiable Parental Consent and Prohibited Processing Activities
"The Data Fiduciary shall, before processing any personal data of a child, obtain verifiable consent of the parent of such child."
— DPDPA Section 9(1)
Consent & RightsDark Patterns and DPDPA Compliance
How Deceptive Design Practices Violate Data Protection Principles
"Consent must be free, informed, specific, and unambiguous—dark patterns directly contradict these requirements."
— DPDPA Compliance Principle
Consent & RightsData Principal Rights Under DPDPA
Access, Correction, Erasure, and Grievance Redressal Obligations
"The Data Principal shall have the right to obtain from the Data Fiduciary confirmation whether personal data is being processed."
— DPDPA Section 11(1)
ComplianceData Fiduciary Obligations Under DPDPA
Understanding Primary Responsibility for Lawful Processing
"A Data Fiduciary is any person who alone or in conjunction with other persons determines the purpose and means of processing of personal data."
— DPDPA Section 2(i)
ComplianceDPDPA Implementation Timeline
Navigating the 12-18 Month Compliance Runway
"The 18-month milestone represents a cliff edge—significant effort will be required for sanitizing legacy data."
— Implementation Advisory
ContractsDSA vs NDA vs MOU: Data Privacy Implications
Choosing the Right Agreement for Personal Data Sharing
"When personal data is shared, a Data Sharing Agreement is mandatory under DPDPA—NDAs and MOUs are insufficient."
— Contractual Compliance Principle
PenaltiesDPDPA Penalties and Fines Structure
Understanding the ₹250 Crore Maximum Penalty Framework
"The Data Protection Board may, after giving reasonable opportunity of being heard, impose a monetary penalty not exceeding ₹250 crores."
— DPDPA Section 33
ComplianceData Protection Officer Appointment Under DPDPA
When and How to Appoint a Resident DPO in India
"A Significant Data Fiduciary shall appoint a Data Protection Officer who shall be based in India."
— DPDPA Section 10(2)(a)
InternationalDPDPA vs GDPR: Key Differences and Similarities
Comparative Analysis for Multinational Compliance
"While DPDPA draws inspiration from GDPR, significant structural differences demand distinct compliance approaches."
— Comparative Analysis
InternationalData Localisation Requirements in India
Navigating DPDPA and Sectoral Localisation Mandates
"Data localisation in India operates through sector-specific regulations rather than DPDPA general mandate."
— Regulatory Framework
Consent & RightsConsent Manager Framework Under DPDPA
Registration, Obligations, and Integration Requirements
"A Consent Manager shall be registered with the Board and shall act on behalf of a Data Principal."
— DPDPA Section 2(g)
ComplianceData Protection Impact Assessment Under DPDPA
When and How to Conduct DPIAs for High-Risk Processing
"A Significant Data Fiduciary shall undertake Data Protection Impact Assessment."
— DPDPA Section 10(2)(c)
ComplianceDPDPA Exemptions and Legitimate Uses
When Consent is Not Required for Lawful Processing
"Personal data may be processed without consent for specified legitimate uses."
— DPDPA Section 7
DefinitionsPersonal Data Definition Under DPDPA
Understanding What Constitutes Digital Personal Data
"Personal data means any data about an individual who is identifiable by or in relation to such data."
— DPDPA Section 2(t)
InfrastructureData Centre Operations Under DPDPA
Navigating Processor Obligations, Localisation Requirements and Technical Compliance Standards
"The Data Processor shall process personal data only in accordance with the instructions of the Data Fiduciary and shall not process such personal data for any purpose other than the purpose for which it was provided."
— DPDPA Section 8(2)
Grounded in Statute
Every insight is anchored to specific provisions of the Digital Personal Data Protection Act, 2023 and the DPDP Rules 2025. Cross-references enable direct verification against authoritative legislative text.